For the greater good! Hot Fuzz is the second film in Edgar Wright's 'Cornetto Trilogy' and a loving, action-packed spoof of buddy cop movies. Simon Pegg plays a hyper-competent London police officer transferred to a seemingly idyllic, crime-free village, only to uncover a dark conspiracy. The film is incredibly clever, loaded with foreshadowing, callbacks, and rapid-fire editing that mirrors the action films it parodies. It starts grounded but escalates into glorious, over-the-top silliness by the end, complete with epic shootouts in a quiet English village.

A romantic comedy with zombies! Shaun of the Dead is a brilliant genre-bending film that uses a zombie apocalypse as the backdrop for a story about a slacker trying to get his life together and win back his girlfriend. Directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, the film is packed with clever visual gags, callbacks, and genuine heart. It successfully balances horror and comedy, finding humor in the mundane reactions to extraordinary circumstances, like deciding the best place to survive is the local pub.

As you wish! The Princess Bride is a beloved fairy tale adventure that cleverly blends romance, action, and witty comedy. Framed as a grandfather reading a story to his sick grandson, the film features iconic characters, quotable dialogue, and a genuinely charming tone. While not purely a comedy, its moments of silliness, particularly from characters like Inigo Montoya and Vizzini, are legendary. Despite not being a huge box office hit upon release, it found massive success on home video and television, becoming a timeless cult classic.

A coming-of-age story wrapped in a hilariously chaotic quest for alcohol. Superbad follows two co-dependent high school seniors, Seth and Evan, on their epic journey to buy booze for a party, leading to a series of increasingly ridiculous misadventures. While grounded in relatable teenage anxieties, the film excels in its silly situations and the comedic pairing of Jonah Hill and Michael Cera. The character of McLovin, the fake ID-wielding friend, became an instant cultural phenomenon. It's a laugh-out-loud look at the awkwardness of the end of high school.

Lights, camera, action... and utter madness! Tropic Thunder is a sharp and hilarious satire about a group of pampered actors making an expensive war film who are forced to become real soldiers. Directed by and starring Ben Stiller, the film features an incredible ensemble cast fully committing to outrageous roles. Robert Downey Jr.'s controversial performance as Kirk Lazarus, a white actor who undergoes 'pigmentation alteration' to play a black man, was a major talking point and earned him an Oscar nomination. It's a film that pushes boundaries with its humor.

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas... unless you lose the groom! The Hangover kicks off with a bachelor party gone spectacularly wrong, leaving the groomsmen with no memory of the previous night and the groom missing. The film's premise is inherently silly, following the group as they piece together their chaotic night through increasingly absurd discoveries. The movie was a massive sleeper hit and won a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, proving that audiences loved its blend of mystery and outrageous humor.

Blue Steel! Zoolander is a hilarious satire of the fashion industry, starring Ben Stiller as the dim-witted supermodel Derek Zoolander. The film skewers the absurdity of the fashion world with over-the-top characters, ridiculous plot points (like 'Mugatu's' brainwashing scheme), and iconic looks. Ben Stiller co-wrote, directed, and starred in the film, which originated from two short skits he performed at the VH1 Fashion Awards. It's a ridiculously silly look behind the runway curtain.

Gosh! Napoleon Dynamite offers a unique brand of awkward, deadpan, and utterly quirky humor. This indie hit follows the titular character, a socially awkward teenager, as he navigates high school, helps his friend run for class president, and deals with his bizarre family. The film's distinct visual style and deliberately paced humor were unlike anything else at the time. It was filmed in Preston, Idaho, the director's hometown, and many of the locations are real places. It's a film that created its own cult following through sheer, unadulterated weirdness.

Stay classy, San Diego! Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy dives headfirst into the ridiculous world of 1970s local news, led by Will Ferrell as the hilariously arrogant and clueless anchorman. The film thrives on its ensemble cast and their improvisational chemistry, resulting in bizarre subplots and endlessly quotable lines. Many of the film's most famous scenes, like the jazz flute performance or the street fight between news teams, were heavily improvised. It's a perfect storm of comedic talent delivering peak silliness.

Alrighty then! Jim Carrey exploded onto the scene with his rubber-faced, over-the-top performance as the eccentric animal investigator in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. This film is a showcase for Carrey's unique physical comedy and improvisational skills, following Ace as he searches for a kidnapped dolphin mascot. While initially receiving mixed reviews, Carrey's performance resonated hugely with audiences, making the film a box office hit and launching his career into superstardom. It's pure 90s silliness driven by an unforgettable lead performance.

What happens when two grown men, still living at home, become stepbrothers? Pure, unadulterated chaos and hilarity! Step Brothers features Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly as Brennan and Dale, who are forced to live together and initially despise each other, only to bond over their shared immaturity. The film is packed with improvisational energy and features some of the most quotable lines in modern comedy. The dynamic between Ferrell and Reilly, who are close friends in real life, is electric and makes their ridiculous antics feel genuinely funny.

Behold, a comedic quest unlike any other! Monty Python and the Holy Grail is a surreal, anachronistic, and utterly brilliant take on Arthurian legend from the legendary British comedy troupe. From killer rabbits to knights who say 'Ni!', the film is a stream of consciousness silliness that constantly breaks the fourth wall and defies conventional storytelling. It's famous for its low budget constraints, which led to creative solutions like using coconut shells for horse sound effects – a gag that became iconic. It's a foundational text for absurd humor and a must-watch for anyone who enjoys their comedy completely off-the-wall.

Get ready for a road trip with two of cinema's most lovable idiots! Dumb and Dumber stars Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels as Lloyd and Harry, whose quest to return a briefcase leads them on a cross-country adventure filled with outrageous antics and cringe-inducingly funny situations. The chemistry between Carrey and Daniels is pure comedic gold, making their dim-witted journey endlessly entertaining. Fun fact: Jeff Daniels was initially hesitant to take the role, as he was known for more dramatic work, but Jim Carrey's enthusiasm and the script convinced him. Good thing too, as it became a defining role!

Prepare for non-stop laughter! Airplane! is a masterclass in rapid-fire, absurdist comedy that throws jokes at you so fast, you'll need multiple viewings to catch them all. This film single-handedly revitalized the spoof genre by taking a serious disaster film premise and injecting it with utter silliness. Did you know Leslie Nielsen, primarily known for dramatic roles before this, completely reinvented his career with his deadpan delivery here? It's a performance that launched a thousand laughs and cemented his status as a comedy icon. Every line is a punchline, every background detail is a gag – it's a relentless assault of hilarity that holds up beautifully decades later.